This is your sign to mix modern art with traditional design. When you experiment with blending aesthetics, as seen here, it ensures that a traditional design does not read as being too stuffy. This powder blue bathroom featuring a marble apron sink, chinoiserie wallpaper, and framed modern art is part of our French Chateau project.

From Mid-Century Classic to the Present An iconic design updated with comfort, function, and flow for today. A Remodel That Balances Past and Present What started as a desire to update a classic Eichler soon became an exploration of how Mid-Century Modern design can successfully evolve for today. The client, a tech professional with a passion for scuba diving and underwater photography, wanted a home that would both honor its original character and feel tailored to his daily life. A lifelong technology enthusiast, he still owns the very first Mac desktop he saved up for as a teenager working at Radio Shack, a detail that underscores his appreciation for design that melds function and form. Honoring Separation While Expanding Possibility Unlike many contemporary remodels where walls are opened up to create expansive living spaces, this project took a more restrained approach. The client valued the defined rooms of the original plan and wanted to preserve as much wall space as possible for displaying his large-format underwater photography. The emphasis was not on dramatic spatial reinvention, but on thoughtful refinements. Klopf Architecture shaped a gallery-like backdrop while also expanding the primary suite, modernizing materials and fixtures throughout the home, and improving the functionality and layout of the kitchen. The finished home feels at once timeless and renewed, an Eichler that continues to inspire while fully supporting the lifestyle of its present-day owner. A major turning point came mid-design. The original project brief had not included an addition, but as the reconfiguration of the primary bedroom and bath unfolded, it became clear that an expansion was the best approach to achieve the client’s vision of a more spacious suite. Fortunately, the adjustment came at a stage when revisions were still manageable and was integrated seamlessly, showing how thoughtful course corrections can strengthen a project rather than hinder it. Navigating Challenges With Precision The design development included multiple conceptual rounds, balancing preservation with subtle expansion. During construction, an existing post previously thought to be load-bearing turned out not to be. The structural engineer was able to pivot quickly, and both the post and the cross beam that had been intended to replace it could be omitted, allowing the original rhythm of the Eichler beam bays to be preserved. Sustainability was not just a checklist item, but a way to align the home with the client’s values of simplicity, efficiency, and long-term functionality. R-38 roof insulation reduced energy usage, solar panels with battery storage provided independence and resilience, and passive comfort strategies eliminated the need forenergy-intensive air conditioning. An electric vehicle charger and an on-demand hot water recirculation system (with call buttons as opposed to having constant circulation) add to the home’s long-term efficiency factors. Together, these moves created a home that is quieter, more comfortable, and better equipped for the future, qualities that supported the client’s pragmatic approach to design and living lightly. Details That Respect the Eichler DNA The remodel carries forward the Eichler’s original spirit while introducing new layers of modern livability. Originally, the house was approached along a deep, narrow walk, with the garage on one side and the house on the other, leaving the front door tucked far back within this chasm-like space. By pulling the entry forward, the design reshaped the arrival experience, creating a clearer threshold and a natural drop-off zone for bags, shoes, and keys. This shift also made room for a custom bench at the entry that extends seamlessly through the glass sidelight. The bench and drop-off zone now work together as a single, integrated sequence that supports everyday living while offering a tactile reminder of Eichler’s philosophy of connectedness. At the client’s request, Klopf reintroduced a classic Eichler gesture by extending the exterior siding into the entry and living room. The detail reinforces a sense of indoor/outdoor continuity while providing a subtle architectural surface that allows the client’s photography to take visual precedence. The signature concrete masonry wall at the front was reconstructed using blocks sourced to match the originals, now strengthened with rebar for seismic resilience while maintaining a private outdoor courtyard, visually extending the kitchen outward. A decorative trellis element, a detail borrowed from a neighboring Eichler, restores a familiar mid-century modern architectural motif. At the courtyard entry door, a custom etched glass sidelight with an ocean-themed design featuring kelp and jellyfish serves as a subtle homage to the client’s passion for deep-sea diving. Landscaping became an integral part of the overall transformation. The homeowner engaged landscape architect Randi Johnsen of Third Nature Studio to shape a series of calm, inviting outdoor rooms that read as a natural extension of the interiors. While technically outside of the core construction scope, the landscape design proved central to achieving a sense of completeness and connectedness across the property. Such whole-property considerations often emerge as design ideas take shape, underscoring the importance of flexibility in planning and budgeting, as well as close collaboration among the design team starting early in the process. The Value of Evolving Scope As with many custom residential projects, the scope evolved during the design process. What began as a targeted remodel grew to include a new/expanded primary suite, a rebuilt CMU patio wall for strength and longevity, and a solar panel array and battery storage for energy resilience and carbon-reduction. Each thoughtful decision represented a conscious investment in the home’s performance and character, rather than a cost overrun. The result was a project delivered on schedule, tailored precisely to the client’s lifestyle, and positioned to add long-term value both functionally and aesthetically. By embracing scope evolution as an opportunity rather than a challenge, and relying on good design paired with transparent communication, this remodel demonstrates how Eichler homes can be adapted for contemporary living without erasing their DNA. Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, AIA, and Klara Kevane, Elise Webb and Nicholas LaNasa. Contractor: Golden Cove Construction Landscape Design: Third Nature Studio Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao Design Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2024 Location: Sunnyvale, CA

This 6,200-square-foot Shingle Style home seamlessly blends traditional architectural elements with a fresh, modern aesthetic. The heart of the home is the family room, boasting soaring cathedral ceilings with custom stained trusses, a striking contemporary stone fireplace, and transom windows mirroring the dormers above. Adjacent to the family room, a reading niche featuring a café-style banquet seat and bistro table. A custom wine cellar provides both functionality and visual appeal. The theater evokes a classic cinema experience. The master bath offers a spa-like retreat with stained wood cabinetry, chevron floor tile, and warm tones. The kitchen, a true focal point, showcases dramatic stone patterns, globe light fixtures, and full-height wall cabinetry.

About This Project: This modern farmhouse custom home is perfectly designed with function and lifestyle in mind. The large eat-in kitchen with a beautifully unique backsplash design that catches the eye boasts an island that can seat up to 5. With an open floor plan throughout, the living room and dining room sit off of the kitchen making it easy for entertaining guests. The living room's stunning wood beams offer that farmhouse charm, while the dining room boasts a custom built-in station perfect for displaying dishes and serving off of. At the second floor landing, you'll find a comfy and cozy nook featuring a beautiful white fireplace - perfect for taking naps or reading in the afternoon! The spa-like primary bathroom offers a relaxing oasis with its large walk-in shower and floating tub. This home is truly designed with comfort, style, and function in mind - perfect for any family! MMD Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, MMD Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

“Full apartment design”. IF you have not yet seen this apartment conversion before, we strongly urge you to go to the bottom left of this page and click on the short 2-minutes video. It would put a lot of things into perspective when you come back and continue reading this. It is true we were literally handed the keys and told a list of things that they wanted to have happen and we were to go into the apartment, look at the space and come up with a design that would satisfy all of that need. UNTIL we showed up! The unit had really seen some better days but we knew we had to look past that and come up with a concept that would work for them. The immediate challenges were centered around 3 big ideas: 1. Adding a second bedroom to the already small footprint 2. Figuring out a way to make the kitchen bigger, better and brighter 3. Creating a master room walk in closet It’s always difficult to add new rooms into existing footprint without expanding out or up and not incurring any opportunity cost. In this case, that was exactly what we had to do. Item one and two above had to be tackled as one. We went ahead and switched out the location of the dining room and eliminating an area where there was a “nook” type eat-in area. By doing so, we were able to cut right into that footprint and change the layout of the kitchen. That one move allowed us to dig into the kitchen design because it was now the main focal point in the apartment. It was no longer an option to keep it in that tiny hole where it was, so we had to ensure that this design was functional and aesthetically pleasing at the same time. By adding the table into the space where an Island typically would go, we were able to both cut cost and still provide a dining experience. The Table serves as an Island as well when cooking. We then proceeded to block in the existing doorway to the dining room. By doing this, we were able to create a full room which allowed us to put a door on the other side and called that room Bedroom #2. This was easier to do because all of the mechanicals were already in that space (light, heater and windows). By shifting things around, we also achieved a huge wall to wall closet from inside. PERFECT! Then we moved into the Single bedroom. We thought it was a big room with a small closet, so by creatively adding an L shaped wall and steal some footprint into the bedroom side, we were able to put a door on that new room and design it for the walk-in closet. Even after this, the bedroom still holds a queen size bed with 2 night stands, a TV on the wall, a sitting chair and plenty of room to walk around. This was done by rethinking the location for the bed and night stands. The bathroom was gutted to make sure there was no leaks and rebuild from the ground up. We kept all of the plumbing where it was, added a new vanity, medicine cabinet, tiles and lighting and it was done. From there, the rest of the unit had new flooring all throughout, paint, and lighting. After completion and walk through, this project was handed over back to the clients. Execution and collaboration between all the trades were: Reggie and his team from Premier Interiors and Rohan from RD Mechanical Services. p.s. Please see our website to see the video.

This 6,200-square-foot Shingle Style home seamlessly blends traditional architectural elements with a fresh, modern aesthetic. The heart of the home is the family room, boasting soaring cathedral ceilings with custom stained trusses, a striking contemporary stone fireplace, and transom windows mirroring the dormers above. Adjacent to the family room, a reading niche featuring a café-style banquet seat and bistro table. A custom wine cellar provides both functionality and visual appeal. The theater evokes a classic cinema experience. The master bath offers a spa-like retreat with stained wood cabinetry, chevron floor tile, and warm tones. The kitchen, a true focal point, showcases dramatic stone patterns, globe light fixtures, and full-height wall cabinetry.

Why Adjust To Your Bed When It Can Adjust To You? Compliment your mattress purchase with an adjustable foundation for maximum comfort and a perfect night's sleep. With every feature you could want in an adjustable bed, such as a whisper quiet lift system, 3 massage wave modes, anti-snore feature, and even an iPad app; your Plushbeds adjustable bed will take your sleep experience to a whole new level of luxury. Now you can have complete control of the way you lay or sleep by the 'tuning' of your bed position. Whether you are watching TV, reading a book, working on a laptop, or sleeping, there is a position that will best suit your needs. The health benefits of sleeping on an adjustable bed are endless. The Plushbeds™ adjustable bed is not only comfortable to sleep on; it is beautifully designed and crafted. The frame is powder coated for one of the most durable and finely finished bed frames on the market. Our adjustable bed frame offers removable legs that do not require the use of tools to assemble. Our beds, without the legs attached, are able to function on the floor or in a bed frame with slats. The fit and finish of our adjustable bed looks like an ordinary bed frame or box spring, making it your own secret that it is, in fact, an adjustable unit. The adjustable bed along with a latex mattress is the perfect combination! Plushbeds Adjustable Mattress Foundation comes in the following sizes: Twin (38" x 75") - $1,000 Twin XL (38" x 80") - $1,000 Full (54" x 75") - $1,400 Queen (60" x 80") - $1,500 King (76" x 80") - $2,000 Cal King (72" x 84") - $2,000 Split King (2) Twin XL - $2,000

Experience comfortable seating and spend your free time by reading your favorite book, relaxing on this cosy and soft Sectional Sofa. Wonderful sectional features corduroy knit fabric upholstery, wooden bookcase armrest in espresso finish makes it look very elegant. The legs are wooden. For added durability this sectional has kiln dried solid wood frame structure. Perfect to fit any modern living room. http://ow.ly/tHB1308N6Ym

About This Project: This modern farmhouse custom home is perfectly designed with function and lifestyle in mind. The large eat-in kitchen with a beautifully unique backsplash design that catches the eye boasts an island that can seat up to 5. With an open floor plan throughout, the living room and dining room sit off of the kitchen making it easy for entertaining guests. The living room's stunning wood beams offer that farmhouse charm, while the dining room boasts a custom built-in station perfect for displaying dishes and serving off of. At the second floor landing, you'll find a comfy and cozy nook featuring a beautiful white fireplace - perfect for taking naps or reading in the afternoon! The spa-like primary bathroom offers a relaxing oasis with its large walk-in shower and floating tub. This home is truly designed with comfort, style, and function in mind - perfect for any family! MMD Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, MMD Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

For the bright days and when you need an outdoor experience - adjacent to the screened room - this deck with glass railings provided our client room for hanging out with loved ones, BBQ, or simply taking in nature.

This 6,200-square-foot Shingle Style home seamlessly blends traditional architectural elements with a fresh, modern aesthetic. The heart of the home is the family room, boasting soaring cathedral ceilings with custom stained trusses, a striking contemporary stone fireplace, and transom windows mirroring the dormers above. Adjacent to the family room, a reading niche featuring a café-style banquet seat and bistro table. A custom wine cellar provides both functionality and visual appeal. The theater evokes a classic cinema experience. The master bath offers a spa-like retreat with stained wood cabinetry, chevron floor tile, and warm tones. The kitchen, a true focal point, showcases dramatic stone patterns, globe light fixtures, and full-height wall cabinetry.

About This Project: This newly built transitional luxury home is the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. The large eat-in kitchen features a beautiful island with a custom marble backsplash, while the spa-like bathroom boasts a walk-in shower and floating tub. The house also features two large pools, a hottub, and tons of space on the lanai perfect for entertaining. The perfect indoor-outdoor transition makes this home ideal for any luxury buyer. 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

Welcome to a serene and inviting backyard oasis featuring a mid-size pool that promises endless relaxation and enjoyment. As you step out from the comfort of the house, you'll be greeted by a graceful exit with two steps on each side, providing a seamless transition to the pool area. The steps lead you to the pool floor, creating an inviting pathway that beckons you to dip your toes in the refreshing water. In the heart of the backyard, a large and elegant pool becomes the centerpiece of your outdoor haven. Its mid-size offers the perfect balance, allowing you to enjoy invigorating swims and leisurely lounging alike. The crystal-clear water reflects the sun's rays, creating a mesmerizing play of light that adds to the pool's allure. To shield you from the intensity of the sun, a generous and stylish brown shade stretches overhead. This large canopy provides cool respite during hot days, ensuring you can enjoy the poolside without worrying about the heat. Underneath the shade, you'll find cozy seating and lounging areas, perfect for savoring refreshing beverages or indulging in your favorite summer reads. One of the highlights of this backyard retreat is the large balcony door that opens up from the house, providing a stunning view of the pool from the inside. Whether you're lounging in the comfort of your home or entertaining guests, this feature allows you to effortlessly connect the indoors with the outdoors, creating a seamless and harmonious living experience. As you admire the beautiful interplay of water, sunlight, and shade, the ambiance of the backyard sets a tranquil tone, inviting you to unwind and escape from the stresses of everyday life. The gentle sound of water rippling in the pool adds a soothing touch, lulling you into a state of relaxation as you bask in the serene atmosphere. With the mid-size pool, welcoming exit steps, cooling brown shade, and the seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, this backyard becomes an idyllic haven that offers the perfect balance of leisure and tranquility. It's a place where memories are made, and cherished moments with family and friends are shared, creating a slice of paradise right in the comfort of your own home.

About This Project: This modern farmhouse custom home is perfectly designed with function and lifestyle in mind. The large eat-in kitchen with a beautifully unique backsplash design that catches the eye boasts an island that can seat up to 5. With an open floor plan throughout, the living room and dining room sit off of the kitchen making it easy for entertaining guests. The living room's stunning wood beams offer that farmhouse charm, while the dining room boasts a custom built-in station perfect for displaying dishes and serving off of. At the second floor landing, you'll find a comfy and cozy nook featuring a beautiful white fireplace - perfect for taking naps or reading in the afternoon! The spa-like primary bathroom offers a relaxing oasis with its large walk-in shower and floating tub. This home is truly designed with comfort, style, and function in mind - perfect for any family! 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

"About This Project: This modern farmhouse custom home is perfectly designed with function and lifestyle in mind. The large eat-in kitchen with a beautifully unique backsplash design that catches the eye boasts an island that can seat up to 5. With an open floor plan throughout, the living room and dining room sit off of the kitchen making it easy for entertaining guests. The living room's stunning wood beams offer that farmhouse charm, while the dining room boasts a custom built-in station perfect for displaying dishes and serving off of. At the second floor landing, you'll find a comfy and cozy nook featuring a beautiful white fireplace - perfect for taking naps or reading in the afternoon! The spa-like primary bathroom offers a relaxing oasis with its large walk-in shower and floating tub. This home is truly designed with comfort, style, and function in mind - perfect for any family! Front Light Building Company is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Front Light is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

About This Project: This modern farmhouse custom home is perfectly designed with function and lifestyle in mind. The large eat-in kitchen with a beautifully unique backsplash design that catches the eye boasts an island that can seat up to 5. With an open floor plan throughout, the living room and dining room sit off of the kitchen making it easy for entertaining guests. The living room's stunning wood beams offer that farmhouse charm, while the dining room boasts a custom built-in station perfect for displaying dishes and serving off of. At the second floor landing, you'll find a comfy and cozy nook featuring a beautiful white fireplace - perfect for taking naps or reading in the afternoon! The spa-like primary bathroom offers a relaxing oasis with its large walk-in shower and floating tub. This home is truly designed with comfort, style, and function in mind - perfect for any family! CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

Within its 35m² of functional space, divided into an anteroom and a bathroom, Fernanda crafted a sunroom that intentionally brings together a vast array of elements: native Atlantic Forest species in a biophilic and naturalistic arrangement, a hand-painted chinoiserie adorning the walls, classic jequitibá wood furniture, refined retro-inspired tapestries, wallpapers, wooden beams reminiscent of country homes, ceramic lighting fixtures, and vases created exclusively for the project. This composition clearly expresses the richness of detail in her work and the depth of her research. Driven by a desire to offer visitors a bucolic, fresh, and ethereal experience, landscaping was a central element of the project. Regarding the furniture, classic, rounded, lightweight, and intricately crafted forms were a prerequisite. Thus, the choice fell on pieces from Paschoal Bianco, crafted individually by master carpenters who are true artists in wood carving. Opting for the natural tone of jequitibá wood, the armchairs, stool, and side tables transport visitors to the grand residences and châteaus of rural France. To soften the design, natural fibers from Biasá were incorporated into the sofa, the Paris rattan chair, and a round rug, all displayed in an area the designer dubbed “the poetry corner.” This corner, featuring a classic writing desk, a porcelain coffee cup, eucalyptus branches, books, and a note card beside a large window dressed with a dramatic, meticulously crafted curtain by A Morada, could only be called “the poetry corner.” Here, the public is invited to sit, contemplate the surrounding landscape, read, and write.

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt